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Magnolia biondii, or Biondi's magnolia, is a deciduous tree that flowers in late winter to early spring before leaf growth. Its early flowering nature gives it the name of the Hope for Spring Flower. It is endemic to China.
Updated by lebachungtdh@gmail.com · 10/15/2026
M. biondii is a member of the family Magnoliaceae, which consists of more than 210 species. It is widely found in Northern China. It produces small white flowers every few years. Flower buds and petals of the plant are used to alleviate nasal obstruction and coughing in some parts of China.
Updated by lebachungtdh@gmail.com · 10/15/2026
Life cycle
From seed to productSeed & germination
Ripe **seed** is collected and sown fresh or stored dry; germination is best on a moist, well-drained seedbed.
Seedling & growth
Young plants gain height, branch and build a stable canopy in their first growing season.
Flowering
In season the plant opens **white flowers before the leaves, February–March**, adding colour and nectar for insects.
Fruiting & harvest
Fruit ripens and seed is collected for propagation; **flower buds gathered in winter–spring**.
Uses
- Flower buds and petals of the plant are used to alleviate nasal obstruction and coughing in some parts of China.
Habitat & conservation
It is endemic to China. It is widely found in Northern China.
Conservation
Magnolia biondii has not been assessed by the IUCN Red List (NE). As a medicinal plant, it benefits from sustainable collection and propagation to protect wild genetic resources.
References
- 1Wikipedia – Magnolia biondii — Wikipedia,
- 2Kew POWO – Magnolia biondii — Plants of the World Online (Kew),
- 3Wikidata – Q6731965 — Wikidata,